ICA18 Shortlisted Nominee.
Diversity Champion Award for Charity Sector
Edwin is a Ugandan bisexual man, currently living in the UK as a refugee. He is the founder of African Equality Foundation- an African LGBTI organization challenging homophobia, transphobia, promoting better sexual and mental health within the lgbti community in addition to offering support to LGBTI asylum seekers. Without any funding Edwin has created a network of African LGBTI activist’s who campaign ferociously for justice. Through his life changing work, Edwin has helped many LGBTI asylum seekers to secure protection in the UK, creating awareness surrounding the ongoing persecution of LGBTI people in Africa. This incredible champion has overcome many barriers, challenging governments in Uganda, UK and US, working tirelessly to achieve equality for LGBTI people, better mental and sexual health services. With people facing persecution in the 77 countries that criminalize homosexuality, Edwin is a beacon of hope for many.